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Economic 1-Day Kruger Safari from Maputo
Type: Safaris or Wildlife Parks
Duration: 8 Hours
Economic 1-Day Kruger Safari from Maputo
- Type:Safaris or Wildlife Parks
- Duration:8 Hours
OVERVIEWIf you want to explore the wild of Kruger National Park but not pay a fortune, then book this small group tour that departs from Maputo. Youll get collected from your hotel, then your guide will tell you what youre in for. Together youll find some of the best spots where you can view the wildlife. Youll also stop for lunch during the day at a place where you can purchase an affordable lunch.Check out the animals up close with provided binocularsKeep costs down by sharing with a small group (max 5)Ride comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicleFind the secret spots for animal viewing from your experienced guideINCLUDESBottled waterAir-conditioned vehicleThere is one pair of binoculars on each tripEXCLUDESWe do stop at a Kruger Rest Camp where good value lunches can be purchasedKruger Park Conservation FeesMEETING AND PICKUPPickup pointsThe supplier will pick up customers from select hotelsOptions and Start timeEconomic 1-Day Kruger Safari from Maputo:06:00 AMPickup detailsWe pick-up in Maputo and Matola CitiesWHAT TO EXPECT1: Kruger National ParkOur tour searches for The Big 5 and other Kruger animals in the most populated southern area of the Park. Leaving early in the morning from Maputo we have between 8-9 inside the park9 hours -Admission Ticket Not IncludedADDITIONAL INFOInfants and small children can ride in a pram or strollerPublic transportation options are available nearbySpecialized infant seats are availableSuitable for all physical fitness levelsNot wheelchair accessibleThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 5 travelersCANCELLATION POLICYFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed) -
Economic 1Day Maputo Special Reserve Safari(Maputo National Park)
Type: Safaris or Wildlife Parks
Duration: 8 Hours
Economic 1Day Maputo Special Reserve Safari(Maputo National Park)
- Type:Safaris or Wildlife Parks
- Duration:8 Hours
OVERVIEWGo on adventure and observe a wide variety of animals in one day with this safari through the Maputo Special Reserve. As the Maputo National Park has evolved into a captivating animal reserve by the ocean, you can encounter a diverse range of wildlife and also have the option to explore the coastline. Just 43 miles (70 kilometers) from Maputo, this is a rejuvenating day trip from the city.Escape from the buzzing city into nature at Maputo National ParkAdmire the wildlife in the park: elephants, crocs, hippos, birds, monkeysSpot animals with binoculars and inhale the fresh air of naturePrivate transportation in an air-conditioned vehicleINCLUDESPrivate transportationRoad tollsCool box with ice is also available for clients' drinksAir-conditioned vehicleEach vehicle has a pair of binocularsEXCLUDESNo meals are included so clients should bring lunch and snacksMaputo Special Reserve Entrance Fee. 900mtn for non-nationals, 400mtn for naitonalsMEETING AND PICKUPPickup pointsThe supplier will pick up customers from select hotelsOptions and Start timeEconomic 1Day Maputo Special Reserve Safari(Maputo National Park):07:00 AMPickup detailsClients can carry a pack lunch or buy their lunch at the Ponta Membene restaurant.
Passport is also important for entering the Park.WHAT TO EXPECT1: Maputo Special ReserveMaputo Special Reserve (in Portuguese it's called the Reserva Especial de Maputo), formerly known as the Maputo Elephant Reserve is only 70km away from Maputo and a perfect day trip from this bustling city to this reborn reserve. The Maputo Special Reserve does not have the same animal concentration as nearby Kruger Park but it does have a flourishing animal population that has grown quickly over the last decade with elephants and other fauna such as hippopatumus, crocodiles, giraffes, monkeys, various species of small buck, and extensive birdlife.7 hours -Admission Ticket Not IncludedADDITIONAL INFOSpecialized infant seats are availableNot recommended for travelers with spinal injuriesNot recommended for pregnant travelersSuitable for all physical fitness levelsNot wheelchair accessibleThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelersCANCELLATION POLICYFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed) -
Eswatini Cultural Tour
Type: Day Trips and Excursions
Duration: 13 Hours
Eswatini Cultural Tour
- Type:Day Trips and Excursions
- Duration:13 Hours
OVERVIEWOn this tour we will drive through the Hlane National park and pass the city of Manzini, we soon arrive at Mantenga Nature receive where we will learn about the history and culture of the Swazi people. From Mantenga Village will stop at house on fire for Lunch
Will take you to visit the famous Swazi candle factory and the Swazi art market.INCLUDESBottled waterLunchSnacksMEETING AND PICKUPPickup pointsThe supplier will pick up customers from select hotelsOptions and Start timeEswatini Cultural Tour: 09/09/2023 - 07/17/2026
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 05:30 AM - 04:00 PMWHAT TO EXPECT1: Mantenga Nature Reserve & Cultural VillageVisiting Mantenga cultural village where they will spend 2 hours visiting the village and the dance ,2 hours -Admission Ticket Included2: Swazi CandlesSwazi Candle Factory is an unique place where clients can see how the candle is made and designs, also it is a huge art market to buy soveniors.2 hours -Admission Ticket Free3: House On FireHere its stop for Lunch and house on fire its a famous place where the annual music festivals are done.1 hour -Admission Ticket Free4: Maputo ProvinceThis is travelling time from Maputo to Mantenga Village and from Candle factory to Maputo8 hours -Admission Ticket FreeADDITIONAL INFOWheelchair accessibleInfants and small children can ride in a pram or strollerPublic transportation options are available nearbySpecialized infant seats are availableTransportation options are wheelchair accessibleAll areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessibleNot recommended for travelers with spinal injuriesNot recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular healthSuitable for all physical fitness levelsNot wheelchair accessibleThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelersCANCELLATION POLICYFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed) -
Glimpse of Maputo - 3 hour city tour
Type: City Tours
Duration: 8 Hours
Glimpse of Maputo - 3 hour city tour
- Type:City Tours
- Duration:8 Hours
OVERVIEWUncover the secrets of the cosmopolitan city of Maputo on this guided tour. As you travel through the city, your guide introduces you to Maputo's complex history, filled with social and political upheavals, and takes you to visit its most important sites, including the Central Market and Museum of Natural History.Comprehensive tour of Maputo: Ideal for first-time visitorsHassle-free pickup and drop-off from your Maputo hotelVisit the city's most important sites: Includes entrance to museumsGet insights into local life and culture from your guideINCLUDESHotel pickup and drop-offBottled waterTransport by air-conditioned vehicleDriver/guideEXCLUDESGratuitiesFood and drinks, unless specifiedMEETING AND PICKUPOptions and Start timeGlimpse of Maputo - 3 hour city tour:09:00 AMPickup pointsThe supplier will pick up customers from select hotelsPickup detailsWe go to all hotels, guesthouses and residences in maputo city (matola excluded).WHAT TO EXPECTThe specialized guide will pick you up anywhere in Maputo City.
Morning time: 09:00 am - 12:00 pm
Afternoon time: 02:00 pm - 05:00 pm
We will visit the most iconic places of Maputo: The railway station, The Cathedral, FEIMA Art craft Market, The fortress, The Museum of Natural History, the Iron House and the Tunduro Gardens.
Museums are closed on Mondays, alternative locations will be added to the tour as replacement.
Entrance at museums and Fortress are included
The vehicle is acclimatized, comfortable, specious and very clean. It offers a pleasant environment.
You are recommended to bring sunscreen, sunglasses, hat or cap on the tour.Duration: 3 hoursADDITIONAL INFOSpecialized infant seats are availableSuitable for all physical fitness levelsMay be operated by a multi-lingual guideNot wheelchair accessibleThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelersCANCELLATION POLICYFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed) -
Island Escape day trip Speedboat Excursion in Maputo
Type: Day Trips and Excursions
Duration: 9 Hours
Island Escape day trip Speedboat Excursion in Maputo
- Type:Day Trips and Excursions
- Duration:9 Hours
OVERVIEWthis product is unique because it is a complete tour package, it starts in the morning and ends in the afternoon, the tourist gets to know the best of the 3 islands in a single day, there are many activities already included in the package including meals, you will have a trip and experience amazing with the fast boatsINCLUDESSnakes, fruits, softdrinksVolleyball, fit all, beach TennisAirport/Departure TaxSnorkelling stuffMEETING AND PICKUPMeeting pointMaputo Bay Dowgo to the Maputo Fishing Port, next to Fortaleza of Maputo, downtown.Options and Start timeIsland Escape day trip Speedboat Excursion in Maputo:07:00 AM, 07:30 AMEnd pointThis activity ends back at the meeting point.WHAT TO EXPECT1: Santa MariaYou will start the trip with breakfast, then go dive and swim with the fish in Santa Maria beach , play volleyball, football and beach tennis, have lunch at Inhaca island seafood and enjoy the local handicraft market, and finally visit Portuguese Island9 hours -Admission Ticket FreeADDITIONAL INFOInfants and small children can ride in a pram or strollerService animals allowedInfants are required to sit on an adults lapNot recommended for travelers with spinal injuriesNot recommended for pregnant travelersSuitable for all physical fitness levelsNot wheelchair accessibleThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelersCANCELLATION POLICYFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.This experience requires good weather. If its canceled due to poor weather, youll be offered a different date or a full refund.This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If its canceled because the minimum isnt met, youll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed) -
Kruger National Park Full-Day Tour
Type: Wildlife Watching and Encounters
Duration: 8 Hours
Kruger National Park Full-Day Tour
- Type:Wildlife Watching and Encounters
- Duration:8 Hours
OVERVIEWA visit to the Kruger National Park is the best option if you enjoy wildlife and want to see all the big fives. unlike other parks where it's hard to see most of the animals, Kruger has been heaven for us. 100% of our guests have seen all the big five and will normally come back to Maputo happy with what they have seen.INCLUDESBinocularsAll Fees and TaxesBottled waterSnacksAir-conditioned vehicleEXCLUDESLunchMEETING AND PICKUPPickup pointsThe supplier will pick up customers from select hotelsOptions and Start timeKruger National Park Full-Day Tour: 08/31/2022 - 10/04/2026
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 06:00 AM - 06:00 PMWHAT TO EXPECTMaputo (Pass by)As our trips often start from Maputo, it's a also possible to see interesting sights in the city.1: Kruger National ParkOne of the most known parks in the world with all the big fives and much more to see. This is where we spent most of our time searching for animals and enjoying the wildlife around us. Be ready to count how many of the big five you're going to see6 hours -Admission Ticket FreeADDITIONAL INFOInfants are required to sit on an adults lapNot recommended for travelers with spinal injuriesNot recommended for pregnant travelersNot recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular healthSuitable for all physical fitness levelsNot wheelchair accessibleThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelersCANCELLATION POLICYFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed) -
Kruger Park 1-day Safari from Maputo (Open-backed Safari Vehicle)
Type: Safaris or Wildlife Parks
Duration: 8 Hours
Kruger Park 1-day Safari from Maputo (Open-backed Safari Vehicle)
- Type:Safaris or Wildlife Parks
- Duration:8 Hours
OVERVIEWExplore Kruger nature park on a day safari tour from Maputo. Connect with nature as you tour the park in a safari jeep. Our drivers transfer you to the border in air-conditioned vehicles and help with the border processes. Get your camera ready to capture moments in the park as you move around the park in an open-backed safari vehicle. The nature guides educate you as you explore. Finally, you get to sight the big five in the park.Go on a nature tour in Kruger park on a day tripExperience an exhilarating day exploring Kruger parkSpot the big five while riding through the parkLearn about every sighting from helpful nature guidesINCLUDESPrivate transportationA light lunch is enjoyed in one of Kruger Park's rest campsAll Fees and TaxesEXCLUDESClient visas are not includedMEETING AND PICKUPPickup pointsThe supplier will pick up customers from select hotelsOptions and Start timeKruger Park 1-day Safari from Maputo (Open-backed Safari Vehicle):05:00 AMPickup detailsWe pick up clients from any hotel or residence in Maputo or MatolaWHAT TO EXPECT1: Kruger National ParkTravellers will experience Kruger Park in an open-backed safari vehicle with the enriching knowledge of trained professional nature guides8 hours -Admission Ticket IncludedADDITIONAL INFOInfants and small children can ride in a pram or strollerPublic transportation options are available nearbySpecialized infant seats are availableSuitable for all physical fitness levelsNot wheelchair accessibleThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelersCANCELLATION POLICYFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If its canceled because the minimum isnt met, youll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed) -
Maputo Art Walking Tour
Type: City Walking Tours
Duration: 8 Hours
Maputo Art Walking Tour
- Type:City Walking Tours
- Duration:8 Hours
OVERVIEWMaputo Art & Architecture Tour its a tour for those who are most interested in art and architecture the best option is the Art & architecture walking tour, where we can see the best of Maputos art and architecture from Art deco buildings to the ones of Pancho Guedes; from chairs and planes made out of guns and bullets by Gonçalo Mabunda to the artesans in FEIMA.INCLUDESAll Fees and TaxesBottled waterEXCLUDESAlcoholic BeveragesMEETING AND PICKUPMeeting pointMuseu de Historia NaturalIn front Office the Natural History MuseumOptions and Start timeMaputo Art Walking Tour:09:00 AMEnd pointParque dos Continuadores FEIMAWHAT TO EXPECT1: Museu De Historia Natural de Maputo1- Natural history Museum (starting point): located in the Praça Travessia do Zambeze, the museum used to be called Museu Álvaro de Castro and was built in 1931 1933 in neo Manueline (a kind of Portuguese gothic style ) by the municipal engineer António Ribeiro de Mendonça. The original idea had been to build a school. Worth mentioning are the collection of elephant fetuses aged 1 month to 20 months and realistic wildlife scenes (e.g. lioness tearing a zebra carcass), both are to be found in the big room downstairs. Taxidermist Peão Lopes made them, and nowadays they seem a bit dusty and not the state of the art. The elephant fetuses are said to be result of land clearance south of Maputo in the early 20th century during which around 2000 elephants were killed. There are also two rooms of traditional African art. Around the building threre are the annexes, built by architect João José Tinoco, in 1965. They are decorated with two mural paintings by Malangatana, one was painted in 1977/79 in two phases and depicts yhe fight of man in nature; the other was painted in 1989. In the workshop annex (onto which the first mural is painted) is the atelier of famous Makonde pottery artist Reinata Sadimba who works here weekdays. It is one of the most exciting and authentic experiences in Maputo to see her at work. The prime minister of the time Pascoal Mocumbi and many others invited her to come to Maputo and work in the Museum.10 minutes -Admission Ticket Included2: Nucleo De ArteNucleo De arte: Artists association, school for many Mozambican artists. There is a really nice gallery and ateliers of the artists working there. The artists are always happy to let people see them working on their paintings and sculptures. Eugenio Mucavele, always calm and concentrated, is one of the most if not the most experienced artist we always meet when we go to Nucleo.15 minutes -Admission Ticket Free3: Vila AlgarveVila Algarve: built in 1934 by architect Augusto da Silva Pinto and engineer Alfredo F. Soares in the português suave style for Joé dos Santos Rutino who was a photographer and had a stationary shop but more lucratively also held the lottery concession. He came from the Algarve region in Portugal. The elaborate hand painted tiles (azulejos) were produced by the Aleluia company. In 1952 the Portuguese secret police PIDE took over the building . in the basement was the interrogation chamber called Kula, which in Shangaan means, where one us eaten up. Franciso Langa or Chico Feio was the main torturer here. Langa suffered a violent death after independence in 1975 he was cut to pieces in his house5 minutes -Admission Ticket Free4: Palace of Marriages7- Wedding palace:The Palácio de Casamentos, the marriage palace was built in 1931 1934 by Agapus Nicolau and Nicolas Kassimatis as the ateneu Grego, the community center of the Greek colony. It was open to all, one of the favorite events being its well-known dance matinees. Inside it is possible to see how civil marriages are performed with style and singing. There are a few high quality artworks, a huge painting by Malangatana of 1979/80the long passage towards marriage, a carved pilar by Alberto Chissano and in the basement two painted concrete reliefs.5 minutes -Admission Ticket Free5: Polana Serena11- Polana: was commissioned by the Delagoa Bay Lands Syndicate, whose local representative was Leo Cohen. The building was completed in 1922. It is said to have been designed by Sir Herbert Baker (who also designed the Union Buildings in Pretoria), but the responsible architect was actually Walter Reid, the contractor was Hugh Le May. Polana was the name of the African Chief who had lived near the site, whose lands had been sold to sommerschield without compensation and whose descendants were finally evicted from the area in 1946. The tramway at that time came up to the hotel. There were tennis courts and a golf course (the golf club had been laid out in 1914 in the area where the lemon squeezer church is today). The hope was that Maputo would become the preferred holiday destination for wealthy people from Transvaal. Prior to independence around a million tourists came to Lourenço Marques from South Africa alone every year. They came for the latin atmosphere, the fado, the nightlife, the beaches, the Portuguese wines, the good beer, the famous shrimps and also for big-game hunting further north. At the time the Polana was one of the most modern hotels in the hemisphere and seemed quite out of place in the still rather backward Lourenço Marques. In 1936 the hotel was sold to I. W. Schlesinger. His son in turn sold it to a Portuguese group in 1963. The hotel was a center of espionage during the Second World War. Portugal was neutral and it was here that spies both of the Axis and Allies met with their sources. The British spy Malcolm Muggeridge was pitched against Italian Consul Umberto Campani and Lutpold Werz of the German Consulate. This were supplying information to German submarines lying in wait in the waters between Mozambique and Madagascar, preying on allied ships supplying the battle theaters of Russia, Egypt and India.5 minutes -Admission Ticket Free6: Saint Anthony Catholic ChurchLemon squeezer: the lemon squeezer or Polana Church was built in 1962 by Nuno Craveiro Lopes (son of the former Portuguese president). There is a miniature replica in the garden on the corner. It is also impressive inside. Sociedad Mauméjean Hermanos in Madrid produced the stained glass.it is commonly called lemon squeezer or inverted flower because of its shape.10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free7: FEIMA - Feira de Artesanato, Flores e GastronomiaFEIMA: handicraft market with nice restaurants. This is the ideal place to buy souvenirs to take back home. From fridge magnets to capulanas,25 minutes -Admission Ticket FreeADDITIONAL INFOWheelchair accessiblePublic transportation options are available nearbyInfants are required to sit on an adults lapSpecialized infant seats are availableSuitable for all physical fitness levelsNot wheelchair accessibleThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelersCANCELLATION POLICYFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.This experience requires good weather. If its canceled due to poor weather, youll be offered a different date or a full refund.This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If its canceled because the minimum isnt met, youll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed) -
Maputo City Super Tour - More History and Tastes, & Less Walking
Type: Cultural and Heritage Tours
Duration: 5 Hours
Maputo City Super Tour - More History and Tastes, & Less Walking
- Type:Cultural and Heritage Tours
- Duration:5 Hours
OVERVIEWTours Maputo's Maputo City Tour maximizes the locations of interest, and minimizes unnecessary walking through busy streets. In just a few hours we show you what 3 or 4 walking tours will show you. You get to see the historical "Baixa" area of Maputo, and we also get to "Museu" bairro where some of the more famous more modern architecture can be found.
You'll have the chance to taste fresh Mozambican coconut water as we also take in the new side of Maputo - Costa Do Sol. Costa do Sol is full of activity along the promenade and this beach side of the city.
Having lunch on Katembe beach with the views over the river to Maputo City is another major attraction that few offer.INCLUDESWe also have a few tastes of some of Mozambique's most famous local and street foodsBottled water is provided throughoutAll Museum entry fees are includedEXCLUDESWe stop for lunch on Katembe Beach - clients pay for their own lunch accountsMEETING AND PICKUPPickup pointsThe supplier will pick up customers from select hotelsOptions and Start timeMaputo City Super Tour - More History and Tastes, & Less Walking:09:00 AMWHAT TO EXPECT1: Fortress of MaputoMaputo Fort is an interesting story in itself and it also houses a mini museum with more historical gems.20 minutes -Admission Ticket Included2: Museu dos CFMOften cited as "the 3rd most beautiful train station in the world", CFM train station is magnificent and beautiful. It's other claim to fame is having featured in Leonardo Dicaprio's "Blood Diamond".20 minutes -Admission Ticket Free3: Samora Machel StatueThis magnificent statue of Mozambique's beloved freedom fighter and first President stands in the center of Maputo's Independence square with a number of architectural giants surrounding the square, including the Maputo Cathedral, and Municipal Building.30 minutes -Admission Ticket Free4: Casa de Ferro (The Iron House)Famous because many believe it was designed by Gustav Eiffel. It was actually designed by the Belguim Joseph Danly using the "Danly System" - one of the oldest prefab construction methods.
We appreciate this interesting project from outside - inside is a functioning office open Monday to Friday and closed Saturdays and Sundays.15 minutes -Admission Ticket Not Included5: FEIMA - Feira de Artesanato, Flores e GastronomiaFEIMA is a thriving artisan market with a wide range of Mozambique classic souvenirs.20 minutes -Admission Ticket Free6: Vila AlgarveOn the outside Vila Algarve's façade is probably the most beautiful tiling in Mozambique - inside however has a much darker history - one of the favorite stops on this fascinating tour.15 minutes -Admission Ticket Free7: Saint Anthony Catholic ChurchThis unique church is as fascinating inside as it is inside. Often referred to as the "Lemon Squeezer".15 minutes -Admission Ticket Free8: CatembeNo tour of Maputo would be complete with going across the Maputo-Katembe bridge. We take advantage of the laid back style on the Katembe side of the river where you will stop for lunch with the chance to eat some of the best seafood in Africa1 hour -Admission Ticket Free9: CATEMBE.BEACHFRONTA chance to eat the famous Mozambican fresh seafood at this lunch stop. Lunch is not included.
This stop is great for taking photos of Maputo across the river. Clients can choose to lunch here IF THEY WISH.1 hour 30 minutes -Admission Ticket Free10: Praia da Costa do SolMaputo has a number of sides, most of the walking tours are restricted to one small area of the old city. Our tour shows the burgeoning Costa do Sol where the beach is being embraced and skyscrapers are multiplying. On Saturdays there are always bridal parties using this picturesque location for memorable photos.30 minutes -Admission Ticket FreeADDITIONAL INFOPublic transportation options are available nearbySpecialized infant seats are availableSuitable for all physical fitness levelsNot wheelchair accessibleThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelersCANCELLATION POLICYFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed) -
Maputo Downtown Walking Tour
Type: City Walking Tours
Duration: 8 Hours
Maputo Downtown Walking Tour
- Type:City Walking Tours
- Duration:8 Hours
OVERVIEWSee the highlights of Maputo on this group walking tour, where your guide will take you to some of the most important parts of the city. Youll keep costs down by sharing this tour, and possibly make some friends, too. Visit sites like Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, Old Town Hall, and much more on this tour.Easily meet your guide at the departure pointKeep costs down with this small-groupVisit the main landmarks in townTour for around 3 hours, then the rest of the day is freeINCLUDESSnacksEXCLUDESAlcoholic BeveragesMEETING AND PICKUPMeeting pointCatedral de MaputoIn front of the big white cathedralTunduru GardensInside the botanical garden, In of front the bandstandOptions and Start timeMaputo Downtown Walking Tour: 11/25/2019 - 10/09/2026
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 09:00 AM - 05:00 PMEnd pointFortress of MaputoInside the fortWHAT TO EXPECT1: Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conceptiona) Big white cathedral (starting point): officially called Nossa Senhora da Conceição the cathedral (as it is mostly known) or demons cathedral was built in the 1930s - 1940s by Marcial simões Freitas e costa, who was a deputy director of the railways at the time and worked free of charge. The construction was a major feat for the catholic church of the time, which was still reeling under the effects of the revolution of the 1910 in Portugal and had a very weak presence in Mozambique.
This was one of the places in the city were hundreds of people had the opportunity to see Pope Franscisco during his visit to Mozambique (3rd to 6th September, 2019). The second but not least important visit we have had of a Pope.
Inside there is art work by Francisco Franco (statue of the sacred Heart of Christ, the baptismal figures, the bronze doors), Simões Freitas (the marble statues), and Antonio Lino (marble altars). The stained glass windows were produced in the Netherlands during the war. Today we can see different patterns on the stained glasses as result of an incident that happened in 2007 (explosion of a bunker) and caused a lot of destruction and deaths in Maputo.
Nossa Senhora da Conceição is a nice example of the lots of Art Deco buildings we have in Maputo. Some people even say that if we join all the Art Deco buildings we have in Maputo, this could maybe be a little Miami
15 minutes -Admission Ticket Free2: Old Town Hallb) Town hall : was designed and built in the 1940s by architects Carlos César dos Santos, Franz Keindl and Aranaldo Pacheco Pereira Leite. In front of it, in the Lisbon style pavement used to be inscribed the words, Aqui é Portugal, this is Portugal, the words of president Américo Tomás when he visited Mozambique in 1964. Instead of the present day statue of Samora Machel, there used to be equestrian statue of Mousinho de Albulquerque (now in the fort). The building together with the cathedral used to be the pride of Portuguese Mozambique.
Inside we have nice models of the old Lourenço Marques (present day Maputo) and a nice hall to see.
10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free3: Praca da Independenciac) Statue of the first president: The Samora Machel Statue is a bronze sculpture located in the center of Praça da Independência. The statue depicts Samora Machel (1933-1986), military, revolutionary, and the first President of Mozambique. The statue was designed and constructed in Pyongyang, North Korea by the Mansudae Overseas Projects, an arm of the Mansudae Art Studio. It stands 9 metres and weighs 4.8 tons. The statue sits on a marble slab 2.7 metres high at the head of Samora Machel Avenue, and is illuminated at night. The statue has been criticized for bearing little resemblance to Samora. The Samora Machel Statue sits in front of Maputo City Hall on the spot formerly occupied by a statue of Mouzinho de Albuquerque,General of Portuguese Mozambique from 1896 to 1897.
The statue was inaugurated on October 19, 2011, the 25th anniversary of Machel's death in an aircraft crash on the convergence of the borders of Mozambique, Swaziland and South Africa. Armando Guebuza, the President of Mozambique, led the construction of the statue and its inauguration ceremony, which was attended by numerous foreign dignitaries
7 minutes -Admission Ticket Free4: Franco-Mozambican Cultural CenterFrench Mozambican cultural Center: the French Mozambican cultural center is today one of the busiest cultural centers in town, with lots of cultural events (live music, photo expositions, ect).
The building was originally built by Dr. Eduardo de Almeida Saldanha to be a social club and a casino in 1989 (the same year Lourenço Marques became the capital of Mozambique). The architects were Wells Inc. of Lourenço Marques and the builders were Rochelle & Smith of Johannesburg. The ironwork was imported from Scotland. But the concession for a casino was not given, so the grandiose plans of Saldanha came to nothing. He sold the building to two Englishmen who made it into the famous Hotel clube in 1906. In 1917 it was enlarged and an annex with 50 rooms was built. After being derelict for a long time, the French converted it into a cultural center in the 1990s.
Inside, apart from the exposition room and the stage we can see artwork by Gonçalo Mabunda, one of the most popular artists in Mozambique in modern days with his planes, chairs, etc made out of bullets, guns and Iron.
10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free5: Casa de Ferro (The Iron House)- Iron house: designed by Gustave Eiffel, the building was brought pre-fabricated from Belgium in 1892 and assembled outside what was the town by those days. He liked neither the building (lets imagine why an iron house in a hot country like Mozambique + no air conditioners) nor the isolated site. So the court of justice was supposed to move in but did not want to. It ended up as a girl school of the sisters Hospitallers to be closed when religious orders were removed from public schools after the revolution of 1910 and was later as offices. In 1972 it was moved to the present site to house a geographical museum, with displays also showing how an office would have looked at the time of the Portuguese geographical expeditions. Today it houses the cultural heritage authority of Mozambique.7 minutes -Admission Ticket Free6: Tunduru Botanical GardensTunduro garden: One of the most beautiful and green spaces in Maputo. If you do the tour on Saturday you will find it even more interesting as you will see a lot of wedding celebrations going on a lot of dancing, singing and happiness.
But no matter the day you do the tour, the big fruit bats will be there for you (a bit of safari in the city).
Before independence, the garden was called Vasco da Gama, in homage to the Portuguese explorer but right after independence the name changed, just like the name of the city, avenues, etc (we will explain you during the tour the reason why we had all these changes).
The local horticulture and floriculture society had already occupied the lower part of the terrain since 1885. The upper part was originally the garden of the villa Joia. Thomas honey joined the two together in 1907 and designed them the way they are now. Thomas honey had previously designed gardens to the sultan of Turkey and the king of Greece. The entrance arch in neo Manueline style was put up in 1924 on the occasion of the 400th anniversary of Vasco da Gamas death.
Inside the gardens it is also possible to see a small cast iron wallace water fountain with four caryatides supporting a dome made by Fonderies dArt du Val dOsne in 1872. Many of these still exist in Paris and are named after the benefactor, Sir Richard Wallace, who erected them in order to provide safe drinking water. How did it come to Maputo? On theory it was brought here as a gift by French Engineer Eugène François Tissot, who had acquired the Lourenço Marques drinking water concession in1985. Tissot incidentally met a dramatic death he first killed his wife and daughter and them himself with a pistol
10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free7: Central MarketCentral Market: The best market in Maputo fresh and clean - was built in 1901 by David Carvalho with iron elements imported from Belgium.
Come here if you want to get ingredients for a very Mozambican dish. You can buy here Cassava leaves to prepare the famous Matapa with prawns and even get tips from the ladies on how to make it.
Mozambique offers the most the most delicious dishes distilled from its fascinating and rich history. Arabic, Portuguese, Chinese, British and Indian influences have all been integrated using indigenous ingredients and cooking methods. The Portuguese influence has greatly impacted the cuisine of Mozambique, such as, Mandioca (a starchy root of Brazilian origin), cashew nuts (also from Brazil) and bread
The use of spices and seasonings such as onions, garlic, sweet peppers, bay leaves, lemons, fresh coriander, paprika, cinnamon and of course piripiri chill peppers, with wine (also introduced by the Portuguese)
Over the time, the culinary skills of the local chefs and women have developed into an unique and delicious array of stews and curries. But it is often simplicity that offers the most delicious experience. Seafood is fresh and abundant and so grilled prawns, lobsters, calamari and a variety of tropical fish and clams are with just salt, a squeeze of lemon, garlic and perhaps a dash of piripiri (hot chili sauce). Eating local traditional dishes, that differ slightly with location in the country, such as Matapa, will be fulfilling experience to any visitor.
If you get Matapa or something else in the market, I sure the ladies will even help you, giving you tips on how to prepare it
We also stop to try some local fruits Massala, Ata, Coração de boi, or the one that calls your attention.
20 minutes -Admission Ticket Free8: Jumma MasjidMosque the mosque on Rua da mesquita was the first mosque in Maputo, stated in wood and zinc as most of the constructions in this area. The lower façade is of 1887, with parts added on in 1902, the mosque itself is new. This was the area where the Indian population lived.
The mosque also shows how good the relations between the different religious groups are, considering that this southern part of the country is mostly Christian and the biggest part of the Muslim community is on the northern part of the country. The country is mostly Christian but there are no religious conflicts between the most different religious groups.
5 minutes -Admission Ticket Free9: Maputo Central Train StationTrain station :. It is sometimes said to be the most beautiful in the southern Africa. The Maputo central station is on an America magazine list of the most beautiful train stations worldwide as the 3rd most beautiful. We are not going to tell you which ones make the Top Ten list and will keep it as a surprise for when we go in the train station and see the photo exposition of the list.
The train station was built in 1908 1910 and designed by Alfredo Augusto Lisboa de Lima, Mário Veiga and José Cristian da Paula Ferreira da Costa (and not Gustave Eiffel as some people believe), and constructed by the local builders Buccellato & Brother. Pietro Buccellato did all the work on stucco; the cupola was pre-fabricated in south Africa. Two old steam locomotives can be seen displayed when you enter. One of them =, the Gaza or No.1 used to travel on the narrow gauge railroad between Xai-Xai and Manjacaze and the branch line beyond, the other was the first model to run between Maputo and Pretoria. There are not many passanger trains running anymore and they essentially serve poorer suburbs south Africa and Marracuene. Near the end of the rails on the left in the former waiting room is an active gallery run by the cultural organization Kulungwana. Before the gallery you can also stop for a drink or lunch in the Xitimela (train) restaurant.
The train station is quite popular. Some of the scenes for the movie blood diamond by Leonardo DiCaprio were shot here.
15 minutes -Admission Ticket FreeRua Do Bagamoyo (Pass by)Bagamoyo street: New Orleans in Maputo, that is the feeling most people who have been to New Orleans have when they walk through this street. Called Araujo street before independence, the street started as a residencies street, but because of its location close to the harbor - it started to become a bit busier with lots of hotels, bars, most of them run down nowadays. it is a treasure of French colonial architecture with buildings with their iron pillars and verandas during the day, and the street that doesnt sleep during the night. Bagamoyo is a red light district and the street where Leonardo DiCaprio had other set of scenes for the movie Blood Diamond10: Fortress of MaputoFortress Nossa Senhora da Conceição or Fortaleza (has it is known) was originally built of wood in 1787. In 1811 the wall towards the sea was erected in stone. A plan of 1851 shows that the whole fortress was now made of stone. In its present from, it is a renovation and part reconstruction following a 1945 proposol of Joaquim Areal Silva of the Direcção de Monumentos Nacionais. The complete work was inaugurated noly in 1956. The two battlements of the landside and the connecting wall are mostly original. Inside there are many remains from fortresses around the country (including the dismantled fort of sofala), cannon and other historic objects. There is a coffin carved by Paulo Come containing the remains of Ngungunhana, King of Gaza who died in 1906 and the statue of his Victor Mouzinho de Albulquerque who had ironically died even earlier in 1902 by his own hand. His statue was originally erected in 1940s in front of the Municipal Council (where we see the statue of Samora Machel today). Leopoldo simoes e Almeida was the sculptor. Also there is a statue of António Enes by Teixeira Lopes, which was originally on the square in front of the fort.15 minutes -Admission Ticket Not IncludedADDITIONAL INFOPublic transportation options are available nearbyInfants are required to sit on an adults lapSuitable for all physical fitness levelsNot wheelchair accessibleThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelersCANCELLATION POLICYFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed) -
Maputo Essential Walking Tour
Type: City Walking Tours
Duration: 8 Hours
Maputo Essential Walking Tour
- Type:City Walking Tours
- Duration:8 Hours
OVERVIEWIts easier to find local treasures when a local guide leads the way.
Explore Maputo with us on this tour that is the perfect introduction to Maputo and a great way to orientate yourself in the city.INCLUDESAll Fees and TaxesEXCLUDESUse of bicycleMEETING AND PICKUPMeeting pointCatedral de MaputoAt the main entrance of the cathedralOptions and Start timeMaputo Essential Walking Tour: 02/16/2020 - 07/18/2026
Monday: 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 09:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 02:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Saturday: 01:30 PM - 04:00 PMEnd pointFortress of MaputoIn front of 26 de Junho SquareWHAT TO EXPECT1: Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate ConceptionThe Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception is a Roman Catholic cathedral in downtown Maputo. The Cathedral is Gothic inspired in its ornaments, the cross of the Portuguese caravels from the 15th century stands out.15 minutes -Admission Ticket Free2: Maputo City HallMaputo City Hall or Municipal Council Building of Maputo is the seat of the local government of the capital of Mozambique. The neoclassical building is located at the head of Independence Square.15 minutes -Admission Ticket Free3: Praca da IndependenciaIndependence Square is a public square and focal point of Maputo, Mozambique. It was built by the Portuguese as Mouzinho de Albuquerque Square and was dominated by a statue of Mouzinho de Albuquerque, the former governor-general of Portuguese Mozambique. The statue of Mouzinho on horseback was inaugurated in 1940. After the independence of Mozambique in 1975 the square was renamed Praça da Independência, and the statue of Mouzinho de Albuquerque was removed to Fortress and replaced by a statue of Samora Machel, the first president of Mozambique20 minutes -Admission Ticket Free4: CCFM - Centro Cultural Franco-MocambicanoInaugurated in 1995 on the ruins of the old Hotel Clube built in 1898, the French-Mozambican Cultural Center (CCFM) is certainly one of the most beautiful buildings that make up the French cultural network abroad, with an emblematic style of iron architecture inherited from the era. vitoriana, which makes it stand out among the buildings classified as cultural and architectural heritage in Mozambique.15 minutes -Admission Ticket Free5: Casa de Ferro (The Iron House)Prefabricated in Belgium, the Iron house is a prefabricated building imported from belgium in 1892, and it is one of Gustave Eiffel´s projects15 minutes -Admission Ticket Free6: Tunduru Botanical GardensLocated in the center of capital Maputo, the botanical garden received its current name in honor of the Tanzanian region of Tunduru, the homeland of many freedom fighters against the Portuguese colonialists. It was called the Vasco da Gama Garden before independence was declared, in 1924, on the 400th anniversary of Vasco da Gama's death, the old gate to the park was replaced with a new one, created in the Manueline style.20 minutes -Admission Ticket Free7: Mercado Central de MaputoMaputo Municipal Market, is a work by David de Carvalho built with iron elements imported from Belgium. Inaugurated in 1901, the place sells a little of everything: various foods, fruits, vegetables, fragrant spices, objects for the home, for personal use and also souvenirs.15 minutes -Admission Ticket Free8: Maputo Central Train StationMaputo Railway Station is a beautiful building which serves as the main train station of the capital city of the Republic of Mozambique, Maputo. Being one of the greatest architectural works of the city, there are marble pillars, wrought iron work, which alongside with the great attention to detail together with the massive central dome it made it possible for the structure to be on the list of one of the most beautiful train stations in the world.15 minutes -Admission Ticket Free9: Fortress of MaputoThe original structure on the site was a fortified trading post built about a quarter of a mile from the mouth of the Espírito Santo River by Dutch from Cape Town. The expedition consisted of 113 men, under the command of Klaas Nieuhof, in two ships, the Gouda and the Caap. Having left the Cape on February 19, 1721, they reached Maputo Bay in early April. After obtaining the authorization of the local chief, they started a wooden fort, with a pentagon plan: the Fort Lijdzaamheid. Having suffered all manner of difficulties, in about six months about half of the Europeans had perished, mainly victims of malaria. Even with the arrival of reinforcements from the Cape by the ships Zeelandia and Uno, bringing 72 more men and supplies, the scenario did not change20 minutes -Admission Ticket FreeADDITIONAL INFOPublic transportation options are available nearbyNot recommended for travelers with spinal injuriesNot recommended for pregnant travelersSuitable for all physical fitness levelsNot wheelchair accessibleThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelersCANCELLATION POLICYFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed) -
Maputo Full City Tour by Car
Type: City Tours
Duration: 8 Hours
Maputo Full City Tour by Car
- Type:City Tours
- Duration:8 Hours
OVERVIEWThis is the best way to know Maputo and its flavor. In 3h we cover the most emblematic spots of the city and uncover the history behind them. The most complete tour available with lots of history, art, architecture and lovely guidesINCLUDESBottled waterSnacksAir-conditioned vehicleParking FeesEXCLUDESAlcoholic BeveragesMEETING AND PICKUPPickup pointsThe supplier will pick up customers from select hotelsOptions and Start timeMaputo Full City Tour by Car: 11/25/2019 - 10/03/2026
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 09:00 AM - 05:00 PMWHAT TO EXPECT1: Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conceptiona) Big white cathedral (starting point): officially called Nossa Senhora da Conceição the cathedral (as it is mostly known) or demons cathedral was built in the 1930s - 1940s by Marcial simões Freitas e costa, who was a deputy director of the railways at the time and worked free of charge. The construction was a major feat for the catholic church of the time, which was still reeling under the effects of the revolution of the 1910 in Portugal and had a very weak presence in Mozambique.
This was one of the places in the city were hundreds of people had the opportunity to see Pope Franscisco during his visit to Mozambique (3rd to 6th September, 2019). The second but not least important visit we have had of a Pope.
Inside there is art work by Francisco Franco (statue of the sacred Heart of Christ, the baptismal figures, the bronze doors), Simões Freitas (the marble statues), and Antonio Lino (marble altars). The stained glass windows were produced in the Netherlands during the war. Today we can see different patterns on the stained glasses as result of an incident that happened in 2007 (explosion of a bunker) and caused a lot of destruction and deaths in Maputo.
Nossa Senhora da Conceição is a nice example of the lots of Art Deco buildings we have in Maputo. Some people even say that if we join all the Art Deco buildings we have in Maputo, this could maybe be a little Miami
15 minutes -Admission Ticket Free2: Old Town Hallb) Town hall : was designed and built in the 1940s by architects Carlos César dos Santos, Franz Keindl and Aranaldo Pacheco Pereira Leite. In front of it, in the Lisbon style pavement used to be inscribed the words, Aqui é Portugal, this is Portugal, the words of president Américo Tomás when he visited Mozambique in 1964. Instead of the present day statue of Samora Machel, there used to be equestrian statue of Mousinho de Albulquerque (now in the fort). The building together with the cathedral used to be the pride of Portuguese Mozambique.
Inside we have nice models of the old Lourenço Marques (present day Maputo) and a nice hall to see.
10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free3: Praca da Independenciac) Statue of the first president: The Samora Machel Statue is a bronze sculpture located in the center of Praça da Independência. The statue depicts Samora Machel (1933-1986), military, revolutionary, and the first President of Mozambique. The statue was designed and constructed in Pyongyang, North Korea by the Mansudae Overseas Projects, an arm of the Mansudae Art Studio. It stands 9 metres and weighs 4.8 tons. The statue sits on a marble slab 2.7 metres high at the head of Samora Machel Avenue, and is illuminated at night. The statue has been criticized for bearing little resemblance to Samora. The Samora Machel Statue sits in front of Maputo City Hall on the spot formerly occupied by a statue of Mouzinho de Albuquerque,General of Portuguese Mozambique from 1896 to 1897.
The statue was inaugurated on October 19, 2011, the 25th anniversary of Machel's death in an aircraft crash on the convergence of the borders of Mozambique, Swaziland and South Africa. Armando Guebuza, the President of Mozambique, led the construction of the statue and its inauguration ceremony, which was attended by numerous foreign dignitaries
7 minutes -Admission Ticket Free4: Franco-Mozambican Cultural CenterFrench Mozambican cultural Center: the French Mozambican cultural center is today one of the busiest cultural centers in town, with lots of cultural events (live music, photo expositions, ect).
The building was originally built by Dr. Eduardo de Almeida Saldanha to be a social club and a casino in 1989 (the same year Lourenço Marques became the capital of Mozambique). The architects were Wells Inc. of Lourenço Marques and the builders were Rochelle & Smith of Johannesburg. The ironwork was imported from Scotland. But the concession for a casino was not given, so the grandiose plans of Saldanha came to nothing. He sold the building to two Englishmen who made it into the famous Hotel clube in 1906. In 1917 it was enlarged and an annex with 50 rooms was built. After being derelict for a long time, the French converted it into a cultural center in the 1990s.
Inside, apart from the exposition room and the stage we can see artwork by Gonçalo Mabunda, one of the most popular artists in Mozambique in modern days with his planes, chairs, etc made out of bullets, guns and Iron.
10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free5: Casa de Ferro (The Iron House)- Iron house: designed by Gustave Eiffel, the building was brought pre-fabricated from Belgium in 1892 and assembled outside what was the town by those days. He liked neither the building (lets imagine why an iron house in a hot country like Mozambique + no air conditioners) nor the isolated site. So the court of justice was supposed to move in but did not want to. It ended up as a girl school of the sisters Hospitallers to be closed when religious orders were removed from public schools after the revolution of 1910 and was later as offices. In 1972 it was moved to the present site to house a geographical museum, with displays also showing how an office would have looked at the time of the Portuguese geographical expeditions. Today it houses the cultural heritage authority of Mozambique.7 minutes -Admission Ticket Free6: Tunduru Botanical GardensTunduro garden: One of the most beautiful and green spaces in Maputo. If you do the tour on Saturday you will find it even more interesting as you will see a lot of wedding celebrations going on a lot of dancing, singing and happiness.
But no matter the day you do the tour, the big fruit bats will be there for you (a bit of safari in the city).
Before independence, the garden was called Vasco da Gama, in homage to the Portuguese explorer but right after independence the name changed, just like the name of the city, avenues, etc (we will explain you during the tour the reason why we had all these changes).
The local horticulture and floriculture society had already occupied the lower part of the terrain since 1885. The upper part was originally the garden of the villa Joia. Thomas honey joined the two together in 1907 and designed them the way they are now. Thomas honey had previously designed gardens to the sultan of Turkey and the king of Greece. The entrance arch in neo Manueline style was put up in 1924 on the occasion of the 400th anniversary of Vasco da Gamas death.
Inside the gardens it is also possible to see a small cast iron wallace water fountain with four caryatides supporting a dome made by Fonderies dArt du Val dOsne in 1872. Many of these still exist in Paris and are named after the benefactor, Sir Richard Wallace, who erected them in order to provide safe drinking water. How did it come to Maputo? On theory it was brought here as a gift by French Engineer Eugène François Tissot, who had acquired the Lourenço Marques drinking water concession in1985. Tissot incidentally met a dramatic death he first killed his wife and daughter and them himself with a pistol
10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free7: Central MarketCentral Market: The best market in Maputo fresh and clean - was built in 1901 by David Carvalho with iron elements imported from Belgium.
Come here if you want to get ingredients for a very Mozambican dish. You can buy here Cassava leaves to prepare the famous Matapa with prawns and even get tips from the ladies on how to make it.
Mozambique offers the most the most delicious dishes distilled from its fascinating and rich history. Arabic, Portuguese, Chinese, British and Indian influences have all been integrated using indigenous ingredients and cooking methods. The Portuguese influence has greatly impacted the cuisine of Mozambique, such as, Mandioca (a starchy root of Brazilian origin), cashew nuts (also from Brazil) and bread
The use of spices and seasonings such as onions, garlic, sweet peppers, bay leaves, lemons, fresh coriander, paprika, cinnamon and of course piripiri chill peppers, with wine (also introduced by the Portuguese)
Over the time, the culinary skills of the local chefs and women have developed into an unique and delicious array of stews and curries. But it is often simplicity that offers the most delicious experience. Seafood is fresh and abundant and so grilled prawns, lobsters, calamari and a variety of tropical fish and clams are with just salt, a squeeze of lemon, garlic and perhaps a dash of piripiri (hot chili sauce). Eating local traditional dishes, that differ slightly with location in the country, such as Matapa, will be fulfilling experience to any visitor.
If you get Matapa or something else in the market, I sure the ladies will even help you, giving you tips on how to prepare it
We also stop to try some local fruits Massala, Ata, Coração de boi, or the one that calls your attention.
20 minutes -Admission Ticket Free8: Jumma MasjidMosque the mosque on Rua da mesquita was the first mosque in Maputo, stated in wood and zinc as most of the constructions in this area. The lower façade is of 1887, with parts added on in 1902, the mosque itself is new. This was the area where the Indian population lived.
The mosque also shows how good the relations between the different religious groups are, considering that this southern part of the country is mostly Christian and the biggest part of the Muslim community is on the northern part of the country. The country is mostly Christian but there are no religious conflicts between the most different religious groups.
5 minutes -Admission Ticket Free9: Maputo Central Train StationTrain station :. It is sometimes said to be the most beautiful in the southern Africa. The Maputo central station is on an America magazine list of the most beautiful train stations worldwide as the 3rd most beautiful. We are not going to tell you which ones make the Top Ten list and will keep it as a surprise for when we go in the train station and see the photo exposition of the list.
The train station was built in 1908 1910 and designed by Alfredo Augusto Lisboa de Lima, Mário Veiga and José Cristian da Paula Ferreira da Costa (and not Gustave Eiffel as some people believe), and constructed by the local builders Buccellato & Brother. Pietro Buccellato did all the work on stucco; the cupola was pre-fabricated in south Africa. Two old steam locomotives can be seen displayed when you enter. One of them =, the Gaza or No.1 used to travel on the narrow gauge railroad between Xai-Xai and Manjacaze and the branch line beyond, the other was the first model to run between Maputo and Pretoria. There are not many passanger trains running anymore and they essentially serve poorer suburbs south Africa and Marracuene. Near the end of the rails on the left in the former waiting room is an active gallery run by the cultural organization Kulungwana. Before the gallery you can also stop for a drink or lunch in the Xitimela (train) restaurant.
The train station is quite popular. Some of the scenes for the movie blood diamond by Leonardo DiCaprio were shot here.
15 minutes -Admission Ticket Free10: Rua Do BagamoyoBagamoyo street: New Orleans in Maputo, that is the feeling most people who have been to New Orleans have when they walk through this street. Called Araujo street before independence, the street started as a residencies street, but because of its location close to the harbor - it started to become a bit busier with lots of hotels, bars, most of them run down nowadays. it is a treasure of French colonial architecture with buildings with their iron pillars and verandas during the day, and the street that doesnt sleep during the night. Bagamoyo is a red light district and the street where Leonardo DiCaprio had other set of scenes for the movie Blood DiamondAdmission Ticket Free11: Fortress of MaputoFortress Nossa Senhora da Conceição or Fortaleza (has it is known) was originally built of wood in 1787. In 1811 the wall towards the sea was erected in stone. A plan of 1851 shows that the whole fortress was now made of stone. In its present from, it is a renovation and part reconstruction following a 1945 proposol of Joaquim Areal Silva of the Direcção de Monumentos Nacionais. The complete work was inaugurated noly in 1956. The two battlements of the landside and the connecting wall are mostly original. Inside there are many remains from fortresses around the country (including the dismantled fort of sofala), cannon and other historic objects. There is a coffin carved by Paulo Come containing the remains of Ngungunhana, King of Gaza who died in 1906 and the statue of his Victor Mouzinho de Albulquerque who had ironically died even earlier in 1902 by his own hand. His statue was originally erected in 1940s in front of the Municipal Council (where we see the statue of Samora Machel today). Leopoldo simoes e Almeida was the sculptor. Also there is a statue of António Enes by Teixeira Lopes, which was originally on the square in front of the fort.15 minutes -Admission Ticket Not Included12: Museu De Historia Natural de MaputoLocated in the Praça Travessia do Zambeze, the museum used to be called Museu Álvaro de Castro and was built in 1931 1933 in neo Manueline (a kind of Portuguese gothic style ) by the municipal engineer António Ribeiro de Mendonça. The original idea had been to build a school. Worth mentioning are the collection of elephant fetuses aged 1 month to 20 months and realistic wildlife scenes (e.g. lioness tearing a zebra carcass), both are to be found in the big room downstairs. Taxidermist Peão Lopes made them, the elephant fetuses are said to be result of land clearance south of Maputo in the early 20th century during which around 2000 elephants were killed. There are also two rooms of traditional African art. Around the building threre are the annexes, built by architect João José Tinoco, in 1965. They are decorated with two mural paintings by Malangatana, one was painted in 1977/79 in two phases and depicts yhe fight of man in nature; the other was painted in 1989.
15 minutes -Admission Ticket Included13: Nucleo De ArteArtists association, school for many Mozambican artists. There is a really nice gallery and ateliers of the artists working there. The artists are always happy to let people see them working on their paintings and sculptures. Eugenio Mucavele, always calm and concentrated, is one of the most if not the most experienced artist we always meet when we go to Nucleo.15 minutes -Admission Ticket FreeVila Algarve (Pass by)Built in 1934 by architect Augusto da Silva Pinto and engineer Alfredo F. Soares in the português suave style for Joé dos Santos Rutino who was a photographer and had a stationary shop but more lucratively also held the lottery concession. He came from the Algarve region in Portugal. The elaborate hand painted tiles (azulejos) were produced by the Aleluia company. In 1952 the Portuguese secret police PIDE took over the building . in the basement was the interrogation chamber called Kula, which in Shangaan means, where one us eaten up. Franciso Langa or Chico Feio was the main torturer here. Langa suffered a violent death after independence in 1975 he was cut to pieces in his house14: FEIMA - Feira de Artesanato, Flores e GastronomiaHandicraft market with nice restaurants. This is the ideal place to buy souvenirs to take back home. From fridge magnets to capulanas(Sarongs),20 minutes -Admission Ticket FreeADDITIONAL INFOInfants are required to sit on an adults lapPublic transportation options are available nearbySuitable for all physical fitness levelsNot wheelchair accessibleThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelersCANCELLATION POLICYFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.This experience requires good weather. If its canceled due to poor weather, youll be offered a different date or a full refund.This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If its canceled because the minimum isnt met, youll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed) -
Maputo Indispensable Downtown Walking Tour with Refreshments
Type: City Walking Tours
Duration: 8 Hours
Maputo Indispensable Downtown Walking Tour with Refreshments
- Type:City Walking Tours
- Duration:8 Hours
OVERVIEWUncover the rich history of Mozambiques capital when you embark on this walking tour of downtown Maputo. Join a small group and walk the streets of the city center to visit top attractions like the Iron House, central market, Maputo Fortress, and Tunduru Botanical Gardens. Learn about the citys earliest beginnings to colonial times to preset-day from your informative guide.Learn about Mozambiques history and cultureGet insider tips on where to eat, drink, and exploreChoose from a morning or afternoon tour timeA small group means more attention from your guideINCLUDESWe offer a bottle of water for each traveler and pay for fruit in the market.MEETING AND PICKUPMeeting pointCatedral de MaputoThe Cathedral is located at the independence square opposite Rovuma Hotel.Options and Start timeMaputo Indispensable Downtown Walking Tour with Refreshments:01:00 PM, 10:00 AMEnd pointFortress of MaputoThe fort is located on Rua da Imprensa opposite 25 de Junho square, the first in the city.WHAT TO EXPECT1: Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate ConceptionTravelers will see a special altar and vests used by pope John Paul the second.15 minutes -Admission Ticket Free2: Tunduru GardensTravelers will see fruit bats and the historical entrance arch.10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free3: Casa de Ferro (The Iron House)Travelers will learn about its sarcastic history and have a chance to see the Massala tree ( Lion's king fruit).7 minutes -Admission Ticket Free4: CCFM - Centro Cultural Franco-MocambicanoTravelers will learn about destructive weapons used during civil war which were turned into objects of art.15 minutes -Admission Ticket Free5: Mercado Central de MaputoTravelers will see locally grown fruits, traditional medicine and crafts.20 minutes -Admission Ticket Free6: Jumma MasjidTravelers will learn about the first Mosque in Maputo.5 minutes -Admission Ticket Free7: Maputo Central Train StationTravelers will see the first steam locomotives and see old fashioned trains and probably see passengers boarding them.10 minutes -Admission Ticket Free8: Fortress of MaputoTravelers will see colonial monuments and learn about their history and hear about the tree of revolt.15 minutes -Admission Ticket IncludedADDITIONAL INFOService animals allowedNot recommended for travelers with spinal injuriesNot recommended for pregnant travelersNot recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular healthSuitable for all physical fitness levelsNot wheelchair accessibleThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelersCANCELLATION POLICYFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.This experience requires good weather. If its canceled due to poor weather, youll be offered a different date or a full refund.(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed) -
Tour about Art and Architecture in Maputo City
Type: Architecture Tours
Duration: 8 Hours
Tour about Art and Architecture in Maputo City
- Type:Architecture Tours
- Duration:8 Hours
OVERVIEWYou will experience the diversity of our local culture, art, architecture, food and drinks on the same tour.INCLUDESAll Fees and TaxesEXCLUDESPrivate transportationAir-conditioned vehicleMEETING AND PICKUPMeeting pointMuseu de Historia NaturalWe meet in front of the Natural History Museum located on the Zambezi Crossing.Options and Start timeTour about Art and Architecture in Maputo City:02:00 PM, 09:00 AMEnd pointPolana Serena HotelA fantastic Victorian-style building with an incredible collection of works of art and a privileged view of the sea.WHAT TO EXPECT1: Nucleo De ArteInteract with the most renowned artists in Mozambique and visit the galleries of the artists' association.20 minutes -Admission Ticket Free2: Vila AlgarveWe talk about the architecture of the building, as well as the history of the Mozambican revolution in colonial times.25 minutes -Admission Ticket Free3: FEIMA - Feira de Artesanato, Flores e GastronomiaWe will find a diversity of crafts brought from all parts of Mozambique and local cuisine.1 hour -Admission Ticket Free4: MaputoMaputo Orthodox Church.15 minutes -Admission Ticket Free5: MaputoSerena Polana Hotel, a Victorian-style building with an incredible view of the sea.20 minutes -Admission Ticket FreeADDITIONAL INFOWheelchair accessibleInfants and small children can ride in a pram or strollerPublic transportation options are available nearbyNot recommended for travelers with spinal injuriesNot recommended for pregnant travelersNot recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular healthSuitable for all physical fitness levelsNot wheelchair accessibleThis tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelersCANCELLATION POLICYFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Maputo: Point of Interest Map